Is There a Way Fix Nipple Necrosis? (photo)

Question

I am now 19 days from a Gynecomastia surgery, and I'm sure my right nipple has been dead for a while. Lipposuction was done on both sides but on my right side, my gland was removed. Now, I'm wondering if there is anyway I can achieve a natural look through another surgery. I'v heard of skin grafting and tattooing, but I also heard that the problem with that is that the projection of the new nipple fades over time. Based on the pictures, does anybody have a possible solution?

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Yes first allow the healing phases to be completed in next 3 to 4 months. Than re evaluate the deformity. Seek in person opinions.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I am sorry to hear/see the complication you have experienced after gynecomastia surgery. Although your concerns are understandable, at this point my best advice would be continued patience. Over the course of the next several weeks and months the tissue that is not viable will lift off and you will go on to heal.  

	Several months from now you will be able to evaluate the situation precisely, at which point you and your plastic surgeon will be able to discuss surgical options for revision. In other words, much of what will be recommended to you will depend on the  “anatomy” once the unhealthy tissue is gone and the remaining tissue heals/softens.

	 I am sorry cannot be more specific but  much will depend on exactly the situation months from now.

	 Best wishes.

Is There a Way Fix Nipple Necrosis? (photo)

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